"There needs to be diversity of role models ― not just in what they look like but in their backgrounds and professions."
Susan H. Babey is lead author of a new study that looks at "protective social factors" ― including positive role models ― that can help teens combat obesity. In this interview, Babey talks about how good role models can guide healthy choices, the challenges facing professional mentors, and why so few teens choose family members as role models.